Ruth Forbes

Died May 2, 1794

IN Memory of Mrs. Ruth Forbes wife of Mr. Phinehas Forbes who died May 2d 1794 in the 37 year of her age

Border: This tympanum has a double gabled slope. In addition, there is an unusual border on the tympanum that encircles the face/figurine. It consists of two plant like etchings that frame the central figure. There are four branches per side that grow from the central trunk. Each of those branches split into two. The designs are bi-radial and deeply cut into the stone. In the lower section of the stone, there are two borders of interest. The left and right of the tablet are occupied by diamond/harlequin type shapes that terminate at the upper end in a diamond that has a rounded top. There is also a semi-circular border made up of two lines slightly bowed that suggest the shape of a more traditional tombstone.